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ChildUp Count to 10 Review & Giveaway

September 26, 2011

There are lots of ways to teach your kids to count.  An old favorite is counting stairs as you climb them.  It’s especially effective if you actually have stairs in your house.  Flash cards like ChildUp’s Early Learning Game Cards are a great visual learning tool.  The Teach Your Child to Count to 10 Set [...]

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Zing Air Review & Giveaway

September 23, 2011

      I always thought that if I had a little boy, I’d have a “no weapons” rule.  I held out for the first couple of years while it was still fairly easy.  Then my Hubs brought home a couple of Nerf guns and it was all over. Boys will be boys right?  Are [...]

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Stuart Weitzman Toddler Shoes Review & Giveaway

September 22, 2011

Shoes, shoes, shoes.  A girl can never have too many, right?  A casual pair, a pretty pair, a trendy pair, a pink pair (or 3), boots, sandals, tennis shoes…something for every occasion. The holidays are coming up and you are probably already picking out the perfect dress for your little girl. Whether for family pictures or [...]

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Native Shoes Review & Giveaway

September 21, 2011

    When I’m shopping for kids shoes I look for something easy to put on, easy to keep clean and something that fits well. Something stylish and cute is also a requirement. Native Shoes have introduced new colors for kids this fall including Scuba Green, Jellybean Purple and Crayon Yellow.  The classic colors (Jiffy Black, [...]

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Taylor Swift Journey To Fearless Giveaway

September 20, 2011

People young and old, country fans, pop fans and more are fan’s of Taylor Swift, myself included!  She’s an amazingly talented singer with an interesting story to share.  October 11, 2011 marks the release of Taylor Swift’s Journey to Fearless on DVD and Blu-ray.  Fans will enjoy 2 1/2 hours of on-stage and behind the scenes looks [...]

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D-Lightful Living: Skin Care All Year Long + Giveaway!

September 19, 2011

Summer might be over but it’s important to care for our skin all year long.  Sun protection should be at the top of the list. Clouds don’t stop the sun’s UV rays from getting through and even though the amount of UV radiation is usually lower during the winter months, you can still get sunburnt. [...]

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Softy Soakers Review & Giveaway

September 19, 2011

Looking for a fun summer toy?  Look no further than the Fanta-Sea collection of Softy Soakers from Aurora Toys.  These unique plush toys expand from practically nothing into a plump, full-sized 8 inch plush toy.  Simply place the Softy Soaker into the water and watch it grow.  With a little massaging, it’s ready to play with in about [...]

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One Year Supply of Trident Gum Giveaway

September 19, 2011

Help stop childhood tooth decay.  From now through September 25th when you buy any pack of Trident gum, five cents per pack will be donated to Oral Health America’s Smiles Across America Program.  The program supports vital school-linked oral health services for children and families across the United States. Trident has always been one of [...]

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2012 Entertainment Book Review & Giveaway

September 17, 2011

I can’t think of a single reason NOT to buy an Entertainment Book. Not only do they pay for themselves, they will save you LOTS of money on things you are already spending money on.  Do you ever eat out?  Chances are good there are at least a few coupons for restaurants in your area [...]

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Schwan’s Review & Giveaway

September 16, 2011

  It’s dinner time.  Do you know what you’re feeding your family?  If you are like millions of other American families, dinner time often comes too fast and with our busy schedules we are often unprepared.  Schwan’s Home Service saves the day with quick, easy, and delicious dinner solutions. Here’s a kid-friendly dinner option that adults [...]

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Last Chance: ReadyBox Giveaway Ends Today!

September 15, 2011

The ReadyBox Emergency Preparedness Kit giveaway ends today! You have until 11:59 pm tonight to enter to win. Good luck!

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Boon Animal Bag Review & Giveaway

September 15, 2011

Help! Our house has been taken over by stuffed animals!  I swear they are breeding in corners and multiplying over night!  As soon as I smuggle a few out to the garage sale box, Grandma brings over more!  It’s out of control! If you’ve got young kids, chances are likely that you feel as if [...]

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Ready, Set, Grover Game Review & Giveaway

September 14, 2011

Video games aren’t just for older kids.  As demonstrated by Ready, Set, Grover, gaming can be a great learning tool for preschoolers.  Available in Nintendo DS and Wii formats, Ready, Set, Grover! teaches children important life lessons such as good nutrition, personal hygiene, physical activity and the importance of rest and relaxation with fun mini-games.  The oversized stylus [...]

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Phineas & Ferb Video Game Review & Giveaway

September 13, 2011

My kids have really been into Phineas and Ferb lately.  I refuse to let them watch SpongeBob Squarepants but generally like shows played on the Disney Channel so I gave in on this one. Based on the popular Disney Channel animated series, Phinesas & Ferb, comes a new video game entitled Phineas & Ferb:  Across the [...]

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Mompact: Review and Giveaway of Paci Plushie

September 12, 2011

When my first child was born I resisted pacifiers because I was having difficulty breast feeding and didn’t want my son to have “nipple confusion”. My first daughter didn’t have any problems with nursing yet I still resisted the pacifier because I dreaded having to eventually take it away from her. My second daughter got [...]

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ReadyBox Emergency Preparedness Giveaway

September 9, 2011

Did you know September is National Preparedness Month? This is an important topic for me and I’m taking all the steps to make sure my family is prepared for emergency situations like hurricanes and tornados, or in my neck of the woods — earthquakes. There is no better use of time or resources than taking [...]

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Magimix by Robot-Coupe Food Processor Review & Giveaway

September 7, 2011

I don’t claim to be a good cook.  I do what I can to get by.  For some people cooking is a way to relax.  For me, it’s the complete opposite.  It sort of stresses me out.  It doesn’t help having three small and suddenly needy children in the kitchen and almost no counter space. [...]

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Designerliners Review & Giveaway

September 6, 2011

Repurposing plastic grocery sacks as trash can liners might be a responsible thing to do but it’s not very stylish.  Save them for other jobs or recycle them and use Designerliners instead.  Designerliners are biodegradeable trash bags that come in ten different color/pattern combinations: Pink Polka Dot, Orange Polka Dot, Navy Blue Polka Dot, Red Gingham, Gold Gingham, Black Leopard, [...]

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Puj Unos Review & Giveaway

September 5, 2011

I <3 baby shoes.  But cute doesn’t always equal smart.  Once babies start getting their “walking legs” they’ll need a pair of shoes that won’t hinder proper development. Puj Unos are great for pre-walkers like my 11 month old daughter.  We love the softness of the microfiber fabric and the pretty purple color of the [...]

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Hessnatur Baby Review & $50 Giveaway

September 2, 2011

  I’m always on the look out for quality baby clothing.  While it may cost a little more, it tends to hold up a lot better which means it can be used for more than one baby.  Some of the unisex items I’ve purchased have been worn by all three of my kids! Hessnatur, the [...]

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Xploderz & Orbeez Perfume Magic Review & Giveaway

September 1, 2011

I’ve always got my eye out fun and interesting toys that would make cool gifts. The following two toys certainly fit the bill. I struggle with the toy gun issue because I one hand I hate them but on the other hand, even I thought this one was fun. I’ve got to find a balance [...]

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Fashion Playtes Custom Clothing Review & Giveaway

August 31, 2011

Do you have an aspiring fashionista or designer in your house?  They’ll go wild for Fashion Playtes, a website that lets you design your own clothing.  Start with a basic item like a shirt or skirt, then customize it however you’d like.  Use the design studio to create your  a single item or a whole clothing [...]

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ZhuZhu Fashion Review & Giveaway

August 30, 2011

The ZhuZhu craze isn’t letting up, it’s getting bigger!  Now you can dress your ZhuZhu pets like movie stars or runway models with fashion playsets.  The outfits come in fun colors and crazy designs.  If your ZhuZhu pet is ready to tie the knot, she’ll look lovely in a ZhuZhu wedding dress! Host a Zhu Zhu fashion [...]

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Glidden Paint/$25 Walmart Gift Card Giveaway

August 29, 2011

Painting is easiest and most frugal way to update or makeover a room.  Painting is the first thing we did when we bought our house.  It was so much fun picking out colors for each room.  I love to do an accent wall.  The best part about it is that if you get tired of [...]

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Bailey by Harry Bliss Book Review & Giveaway

August 27, 2011

“Meet Bailey, a dog who surprises and charms his fellow human classmates with his irrepressible antics. In this funny new book from the bestselling children’s illustrator Harry Bliss, school proves to be an unexpected place for Bailey to do all sorts of things he loves: reading, fetching, painting, digging, singing — and making friends!” Kids are heading back [...]

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Where is Your Mother? Book Review & Giveaway

August 26, 2011

For most, etiquette is simply using common sense.  Things aren’t as strict as they once were and things that were once proper etiquette have fallen by the wayside.  A hand written thank you note for example.  My grandmother mails me a hand written note after nearly every visit with her thanking us for the lovely time [...]

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Chloraseptic Review & Giveaway

August 25, 2011

My allergies have been really bad this summer.  What starts out as itchy eyes and runny nose eventually leads to a sore throat.  Chloraseptic has several remedies for this very thing: Chloraseptic Spray- comes in flavors such as Cherry, Menthol and Soothing Citrus.  It also comes in a grape flavored kids strength version a Maximum [...]

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Dreamfields Pasta Review & Giveaway

August 24, 2011

Diabetes runs in my family.  While it isn’t a problem for me now, it may be in the future.  Eating properly can help and eating less carbs is a good start.  That’s difficult when pasta is a house staple!  Dreamfields Pasta can help.   Each one cup cooked serving of Dreamfields pasta contains only 5 [...]

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Camelbak Insulated Water Bottle Review & Giveaway

August 23, 2011

During the summer months it’s more important than ever to stay hydrated.  When the temperature rises, keep cool by drinking plenty of water from Camelbak’s new insulated Better Bottle.  The micro-welded double wall construction insulates your beverage, keeping it colder for longer.  The design also eliminates sweating on the outside of the bottle.  A silicone Big [...]

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Giveaway Gala: Win $1000 in Cash Prizes!

August 22, 2011

Giveaway Corner is hosting their first Giveaway Gala from August 22nd to September 5th, with $1,000 in cash prizes and Mommies with Cents is participating!  Enter to win a $1000 in cash prizes below.  Good luck! You need javascript enabled to see this giveaway.

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Jungle Speed Game Review & Giveaway

August 22, 2011

A game of observation and quick reflexes, Jungle Speed will become a favorite of children ages 8 and up.  This easy to learn game will provide animated fun and entertainment for the whole family.  Each player receives a stack of cards face down in front of them.  The bright yellow totem is placed in middle of the [...]

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Fun In The Sun Cash #Giveaway #win $480 Cash Prizes

August 18, 2011

Who wouldn’t like some CASH for some Fun In The Sun? We were thinking you might just enjoy a chance to win some cool CASH! We’ve teamed up with 31 other amazing blogs to bring our readers some great cash prizes!! $480 in cash to be exact! We hope that you’ll join in to win [...]

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{Back to School} Velcro Message Board Giveaway

August 18, 2011

Velcro is celebrating Back to School with the launch of the Velcro Brand Memo Boards sweepstakes.  Participants will have the chance to win up to $5,000 in prizes.  To enter, visit Velcro Brand on Facebook and use the microsite to design a virtual memo board and write a 100 word story describing your creation.  A winner [...]

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Chef Boyardee Giveaway #win

August 17, 2011

Chef Boyardee has come up with some recipes with a creative twist on family favorites. For a new take on Mexican Night, try Chef Boyardee Taco-roni!  The kids can help by breaking the tortilla chips for each dish and by adding ingredients to the pan.  Or how about Chef Boyardee Ravioli Lasagna?  Does your family like Cheeseburgers?  Try this unique spin from [...]

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Del Monte Teacher Monday Giveaway

August 16, 2011

Del Monte is awarding schools with cash, fresh fruit and salad bar’s in their second annual “Teacher Monday: Cash for Classrooms” contest.  The program awards prizes to K-12th grade school teachers across the US to help them instill the message to live and eat healthfully.  Sixty teachers will win a total of $1,000 in cash to [...]

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Umi Shoes Review & Giveaway

August 15, 2011

Dressing the kids for school in the morning is a lot easier when they’ve got shoes that go with just about anything.  Finding a good quality, attractive pair of kids shoes to fit the bill isn’t hard when you turn to Umi.  Umi Shoes are really well made and stand up the paces kids put them [...]

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{Back to School} JCPenney Giveaway

August 13, 2011

I don’t know if you’ve noticed but JCPenney has had some awesome back to school deals recently.  You can sign up for deals to be sent straight to your inbox and of course follow Mommies with Cents to be alerted of the best deals.    If you have a teen or tween girl you’ll want [...]

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$600 AXP Gift Card Giveaway #spon

August 12, 2011

Last week I shared my alfredo recipe with you using just 6 ingredients.  It’s great for dinner served with a side salad and garlic bread.  But what about dessert?  You didn’t think I’d let you go without dessert, did you? Again, this recipe uses just 6 ingredients: SNICKERS SALAD 1 large box instant vanilla pudding [...]

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Smooth Shave & Goody Hairbrush Review & Giveaway

August 11, 2011

I’ll be honest, I don’t even usually use a shave cream.  I just use hair conditioner.  It works pretty well by the way.  But I got a chance to try First Aid Beauty’s Smooth Shave cream and it works better than anything else I’ve used.  It’s gentle formula does not contain parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances [...]

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Protect Your Kids From The Sun With Seasons UV Apparel

August 10, 2011

My daughter, McKinley, has incredibly sensitive skin.  She has a reaction to every sunscreen I’ve tried.  The doctor’s advice?  Keep her out of the sun. Suuuuure. She’s an active 2.5 year old!  I can’t keep her locked up inside!  Luckily the irritation from the sunscreen is fairly minor and doesn’t seem to bother her too [...]

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iCandy Palm Review & Giveaway

August 9, 2011

Doctors recommend that babies under 6 months of age not wear sunscreen. It is safest to keep them out of the sun altogether.  With the help of the Universal Palm Stroller Sun Shade from iCandy, it doesn’t mean you and your baby can’t enjoy time outdoors.  The Palm is a stroller accessory made to be compatible with almost any stroller [...]

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Natural Vines Gourmet Licorice Review & Giveaway

August 8, 2011

Looking for an all-natural, low-calorie treat?  Try Natural Vines!  Natural Vines Licorice is made from all natural ingredients including cane syrup and molasses.  Each bite sized twist was made right here in the USA and contains only 17 calories per piece.  This gourmet licorice is available in two flavors:  strawberry and black.  They do not contain high fructose [...]

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Sprite Spark Giveaway: $25 AmEx Card & More!

August 6, 2011

Are you a My Coke Rewards member?  If you aren’t, simply log on to www.mycokerewards.com and follow the prompts for new member registration.  You can earn all sorts of things including coupons and gift cards.  Also, as part of the Sprite Spark Parks Project through My Coke Rewards you can enter for a chance to have your local school playground or [...]

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MathiGo- Math Help Made Fun! & App Giveaway!

August 5, 2011

Where else can you get a math tutor for $1.99? Parents looking to help improve their child’s math scores now have a new tool at their disposal. The new Mathigo™ iPhone, iTouch and iPad app was designed by a team that includes a doctorate in applied math from Yale and not only can help students from elementary to [...]

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$600 AXP Gift Card Giveaway #spon

August 5, 2011

Are you ready for you chance to win $600?  Can you make a yummy dish with just 6 ingredients?  I can!  This is one of my favorite recipes and it’s so easy! Fettuccine Alfredo 8 oz cream cheese (1 box) 4 oz butter (1 cube) 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1 cup whipping cream minced [...]

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Pink Princess Party Book Review & Giveaway

August 4, 2011

I have two girls but so far have only thrown two birthday parties since my oldest girl is two and my youngest 10 months.  I look forward to going all out for the girls to celebrate their birthdays. Every girly girl deserves a pink princess party and Barbara Beery’s new book, Pink Princess Party Cookbook has everything [...]

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Better Oats Review & Giveaway

August 3, 2011

I have to admit, I’m kind of lazy when it comes to breakfast.  I’m not a morning person at all and my kids wake up way before I’m ready.  I tend to pour them a bowl of cereal with one eye open and hand them a banana.  I think that passes as a decent breakfast [...]

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Yoomi Self-Warming Baby Bottle Review & Giveaway

August 2, 2011

Middle of the night feedings can be one of the toughest parts of parenting an infant.  Getting out of bed, trekking to the kitchen and prepping abottle while your baby cries several times a night is exhausting.  Yoomi Self-Heating Bottles eliminates the trip to the kitchen and cuts down the time it takes to complete a feeding. [...]

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Flax Milk Review & Giveaway

August 1, 2011

We are big on smoothies around our house.  It’s a good way to get nutrition into my kids while satisfying their craving for a “treat”.  I like to try adding different things to make them healthier.  This week we tried Vanilla Flaxmilk.  Made from cold-pressed flax oil, Flaxmilk is the first and only all-natural dairy-free [...]

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Kohl’s Cares for Kids Books & Plush Toys Review & Giveaway

July 30, 2011

Since it’s inception over 10 years ago, the Kohl’s Cares for Kids program has raised over $180 million dollars to benefit kids health and education initiatives nationwide.  Their current program features Clifford the Big Red Dog books and plush toys.  Hardback copies of Clifford the Big Red Dog, Clifford’s First Day of School, Clifford the [...]

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Rango Prize Pack Giveaway

July 29, 2011

Before it was released on video, I had no idea what Rango was about.  I knew it was a kids movie, but that’s it.  Then we had the opportunity to review it.  It came at the perfect time.  I needed to get some work done and a good movie is always my go-to, in-a-pinch lifesaver [...]

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Moon Dough Review & Giveaway

July 28, 2011

If your kids love Pla-Doh (and what kid doesn’t?), they are bound to love Moon Dough.  Parents will love it too because it never dries out.  Plus, it is available in all sorts of fun kits like the Moon Dough Magic Zoo.  This kit contains: 1  Molding Mechanism (Main Unit) 3 Wind-up Motors 3 Animal Molds 3 Bags of Moon [...]

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Tom & Drew Review & Giveaway

July 27, 2011

If you’ve got a little man in your life you are going to want to check out Tom & Drew Boys.  Created by Alexia Panza, Aunt to two little boys named Tommy and Andrew, the line of clothing exemplifies the all American boy.  The designs feature grown up accents but don’t leave out the important [...]

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Tree Hut Sugar Scrub & Body Butter Review & Giveaway

July 26, 2011

Known for their use of Certified Organic Shea in every product they make, Tree Hut products are also paraben free and never tested on animals. Tree Hut products contain unique ingredients that are indigenous such as crushed almonds, Hawaiian Kukui nut oil and coconut shells that are imported from the Polynesian islands.  One of Tree Hut’s most [...]

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Peek at Me Bunny Review & Giveaway

July 25, 2011

For playtime or sleepy time, the Peek at Me Bunny by Vtech could be your child’s new favorite companion.  This soft, plush toy has a sensors for interactive play.  In “night” mode, the sound sensor activates soothing sounds and music while the “playtime” mode’s light sensor engages baby in a game of peek-a-boo.  The buttons on the bunny’s hands, tummy and [...]

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$10 iTunes Giveaway: VH1 Save the Music Foundation

July 22, 2011

Engerizer has partnered with the VH1 Save the Music Foundation to help restore instrumental music education in public schools.  Jordin Sparks is the ambassador, helping to kick off the campaign.  There are several ways to get involved: Live Performance in NYC with Jordin Sparks Jordin Sparks will perform at a secret location in New York City on July 28.   [...]

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PowerSharp Chainsaw Sharpener Review & Giveaway

July 22, 2011

This giveaway may seem a little odd for Mommies with Cents.  Originally it was supposed to be part of a week of Father’s Day giveaways but it got pushed back.  The PowerSharp Chain Saw Sharpener is actually a money saving tool so I figured it still deserved a spot here.  Plus, I am sure there [...]

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Strawlution Review & Giveaway

July 21, 2011

Think straws are just for beverages?  Think again.  Invented my a mom, Straw-lution straws were made not only for drinks but for a variety of food containers to make them less messy and more portable.  Straw-lution Straws feature anchor fingers which prevent the straw from being removed once it has been inserted. Perfect for yogurt, pudding, applesauce [...]

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Tbox Review & Giveaway

July 20, 2011

Teens getting ready to head back to school might appreciate this new fun, yet discreet way to store personal items.  The Tbox Tampon Holder features two super strong suction cups to adhere it to the inside of a locker.  It holds up to 8 tampons of any brand.  The flip-top provides quick and easy access for [...]

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Kraft Veggie Pasta Review & Giveaway

July 19, 2011

Sometimes I feel like such a failure at trying to get my kids to eat veggies.  I’m certainly not as persistent as I’d like to be but I hate buying veggies only to put them on their plate and throw them out every time because they won’t eat them.  Now I have a great solution- [...]

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